Marv Bjugan Principal Marv began his insurance career in 1970 as an agent for Allstate Insurance Company. He spent the next 22 years as an agent and sales manager with Allstate. In 1994 he purchased Richfield State Agency in Richfield, Minnesota. Marv attended Luther College and Mankato State University. A resident of Chaska, Marv is active in the Rotary Club and the Chaska Area Chamber of Commerce. He has served as chair of the Richfield Chamber of Commerce and has been awarded the Farrington Award for community service and the Extra Mile Award from the Richfield Schools. Marv was instrumental in Richfield State Insurance being inducted into the Small Business Hall of Fame in 2002. He also serves on the Region 8 board of the Minnesota Independent Agents and Brokers. Marv specializes in all types of insurance and is available to meet with clients at any time to discuss their needs. mbjugan@swansoninsurancemn.com Back to top

Barbara Swanson Agent First indroduced to the Independant Insurance Agency system in 1967 when she joined Lenzen Insurance as a secretary. Lenzen Insurance was a continuation of an Agency that was started by E. C. Lenzen in 1934. The Agency has changed names and ownership over the years, but we have maintained a constant presence in the City of Carver for over 74 years. Barb is excited about being a member of the new team going forward. With additional Agents representing more A+ Best rated Companies, we are able to offer clients an even broader range of products, companies and services to fit their individual needs. Barb will continue to offer Life and Long Term Care Products through Mass Mutual. In addition to Insurance, Barb has been a real Estate Broker for more than 20 years and has had the pleasure of helping many families find their dream home in Carver and the surrounding areas. Buyers and Sellers are represented, she would be happy to give you a Comparative Market Analysis on your home. Just give her a call at 952-448-4580 or 952-448-2830. She believes strongly in giving back to the Community in which she lives and works, so: Presently serves on the Carver Task Force, Chairs the Carver Business Council, serves on the Chaska Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, serves as the liason for the Business Community at East Union Elementary School, serves as an Advisory Board Member of Klein Bank Board of Directors, and serves on the Property and Fianance Board at St. Nicholas Church. Barb is also a member of Carver Second Alarm and recently returned home from a Medical Mission trip with Smile Network Inc. to Cuernavarca, Mexico. Married to Darrel for 44 years, resides in a historic home in Carver, has three grown children and four grandchildren. Loves to spend leisure time reading, hiking, cooking, traveling and spending time at their cabin in Round Lake with family, friends and especially the grandchildren. Barbara is available to discuss any of your insurance needs. bswanson@swansoninsurancemn.com Back to top

Paul Newton Commercial Agent Paul proudly claims to be from the United States when asked where he's from – mostly because he lived all over the country growing up with a father in the Air Force. He graduated high school from the Academy of Holy Angels in Richfield, MN and then received his Bachelors from the University of Minnesota-Duluth. After college he moved to Alexandria, Virginia and worked 10 years in various roles for the American Society for Training & Development. He made a career change and moved back to Minnesota in 2004 to work for Federated Insurance. In late 2006, Paul decided being an independent agent would allow him to better serve clients long-term. He focuses on commercial insurance and understands risks associated with numerous industries. He enjoys spending free time with his wife (Nyla) and two young boys (Henry & Sam). He likes to stay active in the community and sports leagues and has served on numerous boards – Church, Kiwanis, Youth Soccer Associations. “I am proud to be able to provide you with quality insurance products to cover your automobiles, home, boat and recreational vehicles, business and life insurance” Please call on Paul for your personal or commercial insurance needs. pnewton@swansoninsurancemn.com Back to top

Scheryl Goetze Office Manager Scheryl grew up in rural Chaska, and a resident of the Chaska/Carver area all her life. She is married and has two grown sons. Scheryl has been employed with Swanson Insurance Agency for over 28 years, working as Agent and Customer Service Representative; and is eager to serve your insurance needs. Scheryl is active in the community as a member of the Carver Second Alarm and at Trinity Lutheran Church in Carver, serving as Church Secretary, Sunday School teacher, LWML member and Congregation Treasurer. She also has a floral design business, doing primarily weddings; but welcomes any floral design orders. In her 'spare' time, she likes to garden, do ceramics, crafts, play cards, games and be with people. sgoetze@swansoninsurancemn.com Back to top